I would go for a 13 mini. However, if you really want the 12 mini buy the 128gb version and replace the battery. 3rd party shops do it cheaper compared to apple themselves.

Personally, the SE is a really bad phone for the price. It’s very outdated and terrible battery. Go for the 14 or 13. However, i would wait for the iPhone 16 and get the 15.

I went from a 12 mini to 15 pro max. Massive improvement in camera, battery, speed, and size. Really enjoying it so far.

I upgraded from a iPhone XS to an iPhone 15 pro and promotion is a game changer. Incredibly smooth and fast.

My favorite generation is the iPhone 5s. Very nostalgic